Chianti, Tuscany

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Discover Chianti: Private Tours, Experiences & Custom Travel

If you have ever believed in fairy-tales and landscapes where Kings and Queens ruled beautiful country-sides adorned with vineyards and picturesque gardens at every corner, the Chianti region is for you!

Many people ask what is the "Chianti"? There are no borders here, it is an un-spoken territory, in the Tuscan countryside between and , that has no precise name. No name is necessary, because when you enter the borders here, you will know very clearly that you in Chianti when the names on signs like Radda - Greve - Panzano - Castellina - and many others you will see, all end with the word Chianti!

The Chianti region comprises numerous towns, all once Medieval settlements, with castles, villas, old mills, fortifications and farmsteads. Among the popular events, the Palio horse race of is perhaps the best known, although the numerous smaller scale wine Festivals, markets, and concerts organized in the castles should not be missed.

Chianti is an unspoilt land with a patchwork of meadows and fields where the famous blue-violet Iris grow wild, (the flower which was chosen as symbol of and used for centuries in perfumes). Articles in Terracotta are still produced by local craftsmen.

Its natural environment is its fortune: Chianti is a splendid countryside which stretches from to , over great expanses of vineyards resting on the hillside from where the famous red wine is exported throughout the world.

The region's game dishes of wild boar, quail and pigeon accompanied by wild mushrooms are as famous as the area's cold meats, Chianina beef and Cinta Senese pork. The countryside is also characterized by its olive groves which produce a highly acclaimed oil.

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Chianti Through Our Eyes

Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Chianti, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.

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Multi-Day Holidays Tours

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Florence, Tuscany and the Italian Riviera

A classic introduction to the must-see sites of Tuscany and Cinque Terre. From the wine-growing lands of Chianti and Val d'Orcia to the Renaissance splendour and the museums of Florence, the tour ends in the incredible natural beauty of the Italian...

Private

10 Days / 9 Nights

Tuscany & Umbria: Exclusive Small Group Tour Including Florence

This deluxe small group (or private tour ) through Tuscany and Umbria in central Italy offers our guests the possibility to experience two of Italy's most beautiful wine regions as well as Florence. There are many highlights on this tour including a...

Semi-Private

7 Days / 6 Nights

A Taste of Tuscany & Cinque Terre: Food, Wine & the Italian Riviera

Experience a 10-day private, customizable journey beyond the usual Tuscany itinerary, from the wild landscapes of the Maremma and the colorful villages of the Cinque Terre to the vineyards and rolling hills of the Val d'Orcia. Along the way, discover...

Private

10 Days / 9 Nights

Private & Small Group Tours in Chianti

Days out with people who know the way

Private Tour of Tuscany's Chianti Region, including Siena

Chianti, located in Tuscany, is famous for its medieval towns and red wines. A private tour allows you to customize your itinerary for a unique experience. Explore the region's beauty whether you're a wine connoisseur, history buff or just want to se...

Private

7 hours

The Best of the Chianti: Radda, Panzano, Greve and Castellina in Chianti with Optional Wine Tastings

The Chianti region of Tuscany is truly glorious and best experienced with a local, licensed driver who knows the area.

Private

Tuscan Wine Tour from Livorno

This tour is a perfect tour for foodies and wine lovers who want to get the most out of their time in Tuscany from the port of Livorno. Chianti is a large wine producing zone in the Tuscany region of Italy and is home to some of Italy's most notable...

Private

12 hours

Truffle Hunting & Cooking Class in the Heart of Tuscany

If you're spending your holidays in Tuscany, or even just passing through, do not miss the opportunity to learn more about one of the most mysterious ingredients of Italian cuisine: The Truffle! Have fun hunting in the woods with the truffle-dogs, t...

Semi-Private

5 hours

Hotels

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Castello Vicchiomaggio

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Castello Vicchiomaggio is a historic castle dating back to the 1400s. Just outside Greve, it produce...

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Relais Vignale

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Situated in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, halfway between Florence and Siena. The hotel...

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Villa Vignamaggio

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Used as the set for famous costume films and supposed birthplace of Mona Lisa, Vignamaggio offers un...

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Private homes with stories of their own

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Villa Castrum

5-7 Beds 10-14

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Panzano in Chianti

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Panzano in Chianti

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Villa Giovanile

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Luxury villa near Volterra

4 Beds 11

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Apartment Virgo featured rental property in Chianti

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Apartment Virgo

1 Beds 1 Baths 3

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Villa for families between Florence and Siena

7 Beds 10-18

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Giardino Blu featured rental property in Chianti

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Giardino Blu

2 Beds 1 Baths 5

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Villa Buccelletti: Great Option for Small Families, Couples of Group of Friends

4 Beds 4 Baths 10

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Stunning Villa near Cortona

4 Beds 8

Balcony +12 more

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Cottage Riccio featured rental property in Chianti

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Cottage Riccio

Air Conditioning +7 more

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Casa della Quiete featured rental property in Chianti

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Casa della Quiete

2 Beds 2 Baths 4

Air Conditioning +12 more

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Villa Stefano: Ideal Property for Artists, Families & Large Groups in Tuscany

7 Beds 6 Baths 16

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Eleganza Spaziosa featured rental property in Chianti

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Eleganza Spaziosa

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